Paraprofessional - Immediate Opening

Springfield Prep; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Paid family leave

Job summary

Springfield Prep Charter School in Springfield, MA is seeking a Paraprofessional to provide academic and behavioral support to students in general education classrooms, helping them engage in learning and reach high expectations.

The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers and staff, implementing plans with fidelity, supporting students with and without IEPs, and helping maintain a positive, orderly classroom environment.

Qualifications

• An Associate's Degree or higher is highly preferred.
• Previous jobs, internships, and/or volunteer experiences working with children; experience working in an elementary or middle school setting preferred.
• You can commit to our schedule: (7:25 am-3:35 pm)

Responsibilities

• Provide academic and behavioral support to students in general education classrooms through a combination of one-on-one, small-group, and push-in support.
• Implement instructional plans, curriculum, and interventions prepared by classroom teachers and school leaders with fidelity.
• Support classroom teachers in maintaining a positive, structured learning environment by reinforcing routines and expectations.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, special education teachers, the School Culture team, and school leadership.
• Provide targeted interventions to individual students or small groups, including students with and without IEPs.
• Assist with behavior plans, de-escalation strategies, and schoolwide behavior systems as directed.

Skills

Support students

Behavioral support

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree or higher

Job description

Springfield, Massachusetts, United States

Who are we?

Springfield Prep Charter School is a K-8 public charter school in Springfield, Massachusetts that prepares all students for high school, college, and life. We are driven by the belief that all children deserve a world-class education and that they can and will achieve when provided with high expectations, rigorous curriculum, and a joyful school culture .

Overview

The Paraprofessional provides academic and behavioral support to students, helping all students engage meaningfully in learning, meet high academic expectations, and develop the skills and habits needed for success.

What does the Paraprofessional do?

• Provide academic and behavioral support to students in general education classrooms through a combination of one-on-one, small-group, and push-in support, based on student and classroom needs.
• Implement instructional plans, curriculum, and interventions prepared by classroom teachers and school leaders with fidelity, including supporting students with independent work, skill practice, and reinforcement of learning.
• Support classroom teachers in maintaining a positive, structured, and productive learning environment by reinforcing classroom routines, behavioral expectations, and student engagement.
• Collaborate effectively with general education teachers, special education teachers, the School Culture team, and school leadership to support student learning, behavior, and overall success.
• Provide targeted academic and behavioral interventions to individual students or small groups, including students with and without IEPs, as directed by teachers and school leaders.
• Support teachers and school leadership in responding to challenging student behaviors, including implementing behavior plans, de-escalation strategies, and schoolwide behavior systems; assist with monitoring the School Culture office as needed.
• Communicate with families regarding student progress or behavioral concerns, as directed by teachers and school leadership.
• Supervise students during lunch, recess, transitions, and other non-instructional times, and monitor common areas of the school to maintain a safe, calm, and orderly environment.
• Paraprofessionals may be assigned to support specific students, classrooms, or grade levels, and their responsibilities may shift throughout the school year based on student needs and school priorities.
• Assist teachers and school leaders with additional responsibilities as needed.

What makes a great Paraprofessional at Springfield Prep?

• You are looking to join a mission-driven community where everyone works together towards a common goal.
• You enjoy providing specialized support and instruction.
• You have a strong conviction that all students, regardless of their background or learning challenges, can achieve at the highest levels.

Who should apply?

Our community and student body are diverse, and we believe that we can best achieve our mission when our leadership, teachers, and staff reflect our students’ identities. Therefore, we are committed to being a diverse organization at all levels. With this in mind, we encourage people from all backgrounds and identities to apply.

We do have a few requirements and preferred qualifications for this role:

• An Associate's Degree or higher is highly preferred
• Previous jobs, internships, and/or volunteer experiences working with children; experience working in an elementary or middle school setting preferred
• You can commit to our schedule: (7:25 am-3:35 pm)

Compensation and Benefits

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including generous paid family leave. The salary range for this position is $42,000-$50,000.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

As an equal opportunity employer, Springfield Preparatory Charter School provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, military service, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal or state law.

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As set forth in Springfield Prep Charter School’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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